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States Can Fix Welfare Fraud — Here’s How Some Are Doing It Already
GCO points to practical ways states can reduce fraud and protect resources for the people who truly need help.
GCO Praises Federal Leaders for Empowering States to Strengthen Pathways to Work through the Stronger Workforce for America Act
The Stronger Workforce for America Act of 2026 includes an invaluable option for state flexibility, the Make America Skilled Again…
A Proven Fix for America’s Reading Crisis
America’s reading crisis is serious, but it’s not unsolvable.
Affordability Tops the List of State Priorities for 2026
A full agenda is underway in the 35 states that have just convened their legislative sessions. Affordability is the buzzword…
Crime Is Down, and It Should End ‘Root Cause’ Excuse-Making for Good
With 2025 behind us, violent crime — especially murder — is likely down nationally once again. Although it will be…
Understanding welfare work requirements: new eligibility rules for SNAP and Medicaid
Big changes are in process for some recipients of Medicaid and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or food stamps) benefits…
Georgia Candidates for Governor Should Make Welfare Reform a Top Priority
In their pitch to voters, the 2026 candidates for Georgia governor have mentioned they are likely to address tax reform,…
On Thanksgiving, Remember That Gratitude Makes Good Citizens, Heals Divisions
Originally published November 20, 2025 President Abraham Lincoln officially made Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863, during the Civil War that threatened…
The Safety Net ‘System’ That Isn’t
Starting in 2027, work requirements kick in for certain beneficiaries on Medicaid, while new work rules for the SNAP food…
New Report: Corrections Spending Rises in Georgia Even as Prison Population Declines
A new report by Joshua Crawford, Public Safety Fellow at the Georgia Center for Opportunity, shows that the decreasing number…
Decarceration’s Disconnect: Corrections spending rises in Georgia even as prison population declines
Prison reform debates often focus on reducing prison populations to save taxpayers money. But is that actually possible? In a…